​Event Jobs in Surrey

Your chance to join a global B2B media and events company and take your career to the next level!

THE COMPANY

This international company is a leading B2B events, publishing, and digital media organisation with a strong portfolio of exhibitions, conferences, and industry publications. Specialising in metals, manufacturing, chemicals, and advanced materials, they deliver world-class events that bring industries together, facilitate business growth, and drive innovation.

With a long-standing reputation for excellence, the company fosters a collaborative and dynamic working environment, offering fantastic career development opportunities and the chance to work on industry-leading international exhibitions.

THE ROLE

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of global exhibitions and conferences. This role is crucial to ensuring the seamless planning and execution of industry-leading events.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the operational delivery of exhibitions and conferences within agreed budgets and timelines
• Overseeing technical and logistical event planning to ensure a high-quality experience for exhibitors and attendees
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive rates while maintaining high standards
• Project planning, scheduling, and coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Managing health & safety compliance, including writing risk assessments and ensuring regulatory adherence
• Designing and implementing feature areas and show layouts
• Liaising with contractors, suppliers, and exhibitors to ensure seamless event execution
• Managing floorplans, exhibitor manuals, and on-site event operations
• Conducting post-event evaluations to drive continuous improvement
• Ensuring sponsorship and partnership agreements are fulfilled
• Providing on-site leadership and troubleshooting during live events

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing operations for exhibitions or large-scale B2B events. A strong understanding of floor plan production, venue logistics, and supplier management is essential, alongside solid project management skills to successfully deliver multiple events simultaneously. The ability to manage budgets effectively and negotiate competitive rates without compromising quality is key.

An in-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations within the events industry, including risk assessments and compliance, is required. The role demands a proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and troubleshoot effectively during live events.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as the role involves liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, from internal teams to exhibitors and contractors. A collaborative mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional events will be key to success in this role.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

Incredible office setting - An exciting role in a leading Destination Management Company, this is fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Event Manager!

The Company

This boutique, award winning Destination Management Company offers inbound event management and logistical delivery services for a vast array of blue-chip clients from over 30 global destinations including South Africa, Brazil, South Korea and the Middle East. Handling small scale projects with simple requirements such as a venue find service or a programme of restaurant bookings through to full project management of incentive projects for up to 1,000 delegates – no two days are the same in this fast paced organisation.

Located in bespoke offices within a stately home and set in beautiful grounds, this business offers a truly fantastic working environment, a flexible approach and an incredibly supportive, collaborative culture.

The Role 

Due to ongoing growth, they are now looking to expand the team with an Event Project Manager. This role will hold the following responsibilities:

•          Nurturing client relationships

•          Leading event projects from brief through to delivery

•          Handling incoming enquiries in a timely manner

•          Researching effective solutions to satisfy a client brief

•          Preparing client facing proposals

•          Liaising with suppliers and negotiating on terms and rates

•          Acting as key point of contact for all stakeholders including delegates

•          Managing project budgets

•          Onsite coordination of events where required

The Candidate

We are looking for candidates with notable experience dealing with enquiries and event projects from brief through to delivery. An event agency, venue find agency or destination management company environment would be preferable. Any knowledge of London venues would also be an advantage.

This business offers a fantastic working environment and whilst it is a full time position, they may consider candidates who are seeking reduced hours or a 4 day working week.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy reference: LKS13813

Hybrid working - 2 days in office - this creative design agency is offering a fantastic opportunity to take the lead on a key client account delivering cutting edge projects!

The Company

Comprised of a passionate team of creative, production and account management professionals, this boutique agency deliver a unique portfolio of brand experience, exhibition and hospitality activations for high profile clients and sponsors within the sporting sector. For each bespoke brief, the agency will design innovative solutions to create unforgettable experiences that are custom built and delivered through their incredibly collaborative team.

Due to an ongoing period of success, they are now seeking to grow their team with an Event Account Project Manager.

The Role

Working predominately across one key client account, this role will be client facing with a key focus on project delivery. Responsibilities will include:

-          Working closely with clients

-          Brief taking and proposal development

-          End to end project delivery across a range of events

-          Project scheduling and planning

-          Collaboration with inhouse creative and production

-          Supplier coordination including briefing and ongoing management

-          Onsite delivery of events

-          Financial management of events

The Candidate

We are seeking ambitious candidates who hold existing experience working within a creative event or production agency environment. Experience handling projects from brief to delivery would be beneficial however those who have supported across large scale, complex projects and are ready to take more ownership over their own events may also be considered. Client management skills and evidence of budget management skills would also be very advantageous.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy reference: LKS14030

HYBRID WORKING + EXCELLENT PROGRESSION - This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a luxury incentive travel events company managing the client journey for exciting incentive trips in overseas exotic locations!

THE COMPANY

With a network of connections across the globe, this family-owned business has cemented their place in the events industry for over 10 years. Their international incentives take clients to some of the most scenic and luxurious locations across the globe, offering show-stopping experiences and unrivalled networking opportunities.

You will be working with some of the best in the incentives industry as an integral part of their sociable, friendly, and supportive team.

THE ROLE

Due to their continued success and growth, they are now looking an Event Delegate Manager to join their close-knit and friendly team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

-          Providing excellent customer service to clients

-          Using registration platforms and Microsoft Excel

-          Managing CRM and event management system data

-          Managing travel itineraries and delegate information

-          Booking flights and accommodation for delegates

-          Working closely with the Client Experience team

-          Working across multiple events at any given time

-          Inputting ideas to improve data and account management across events

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have come from an events agency or travel company, with solid delegate management experience and an understanding of registration platforms. You will be highly organised, with a customer service driven mindset and excellent communication skills.

In return, you will have the opportunity to be a part of some of the most exciting events in the industry, working on incentives in luxury locations and driving the events sector forward through facilitating unique networking opportunities. With excellent progression, hybrid working, and a fantastic benefits package - this is not an opportunity to be missed!

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

Vacancy Ref: GS10692

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS + HYBRID WORKING + EXCELLENT COMMISSION - This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a luxury incentive travel events company selling attendance for exciting incentive trips in overseas exotic locations!

THE COMPANY

With a network of connections across the globe, this family-owned business has cemented their place in the events industry for over 10 years. Their international incentives take clients to some of the most scenic and luxurious locations across the globe, offering show-stopping experiences and unrivalled networking opportunities.

You won't just be working with some of the best in the incentives industry - you will also be able to visit these locations yourself!

THE ROLE

Due to their continued success and growth, they are now looking for two Senior Event Sales Executive's to join their close-knit and friendly team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

-          Building and developing sales, recruitment, and account management strategies

-          Maintaining relationships with the finest luxury hotels and top events companies

-          Account managing and recruiting clients, partners, and suppliers

-          Sourcing and recruiting senior-level events professionals

-          Creating a feeling of membership with clientele

-          Conducting proactive market research and identifying market changes

-          Working across a broad range of geographical regions

-          Developing reach and relationships across all key markets

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be from either an events agency, 5* hotelier, or a similar luxury incentive travel company, with an understanding of the events industry in a sales capacity. You will be highly organised, with a KPI-driven mindset and excellent communication skills. Proactive sales experience is essential.

In return, you will have the opportunity to be a part of some of the most exciting events in the industry, visiting luxury locations and driving the events sector forward through facilitating unique networking opportunities. With excellent progression, hybrid working, and a fantastic benefits package - this is not an opportunity to be missed!

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

Vacancy Ref: GS10691